I ligned up about 4-5 rows back and was curious of the crowd in front of me with kids etc, but the clutter was unavoidable. First 300 yards was weaving ect trying to get into space. Field seperated pretty quickly and we were off. First mile was 6:40 and that pace felt about right. Must have slowed down 2nd mile cause the 3rd felt as fast as first. Saw buddy James a few minutes from finish then held on for last 1/4 mile.

Try to maybe warm up more. They had folks gathered at start about 10 minutes before race started so could have been more warmed up. Likely had a better kick left for the end, but the pain to gain 5-10 seconds wasn't there:)

just grabbed a water and looked for family. Then did the 1/4 mile run with daughter and hung out on the track with friends.


I have not trained intervals or any speed work at all this year. That certainly would have helped and gives promise to hopefully break 20 minute mark one day.


1st year of the race so overall thought it was great. Will add an extra water station next year and maybe more kid activities. Really fun run for families with enough serious runners to make it interesting. Thumbs up!